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Dixons Croxteth Academy

Why Dixons?

Our enrichment activities

Our enrichment activities are available during breaks and after school.

Student experience

The student experience curriculum aims to ensure that all students engage in a range of experiences that support personal development and build cultural capital.

Culture

Our ‘warm-strict’ approach instils strong learning habits ultimately helping students become more successful and happier.

Our approach to learning

We build a partnership between parents, students, and teachers that puts learning first.

Literacy at Dixons Croxteth

At Dixons Croxteth Academy, we place a great deal of importance on literacy, as it is a necessary tool for accessing the powerful knowledge in our curriculum, which will enable pupils to thrive and ultimately access university, a real life alternative or a top job, and live a happy and fulfilling life.

Learning habit 1: homework and deadlines

Information on our first learning habit.

Learning habit 2: on task

Information on our second learning habit.

Learning habit 3: equipment

Information on our third learning habit.

Learning habit 4: punctuality

Information on our forth learning habit.

Learning habit 5: uniform

Information on our fifth learning habit.

Learning habit 6: positive response

Information on our sixth learning habit.

Morning Meeting

One of the first routines to be introduced as a Dixons academy.

Powerful feedback

​Regular, powerful feedback increases students’ learning.

Knowledge organisers

Knowledge Organisers (KOs) are an efficient, structured tool to embed essential knowledge, develop memory skills, and promote independent learning.

More time

Dixons Croxteth students know that there are no shortcuts when it comes to success in academics and life.

Compulsory learning catch up

Absence from school can lead to learning gaps. To address this, pupils must complete a Compulsory Catch Up for any missed lessons. Learn more here.

Corridors and transitions

We have calm corridors and quiet transitions.

A high performing, nationally recognised academy trust

Dixons Academies Trust is nationally recognised as an outstanding academy trust.